Publisher's Synopsis
The Hermit of Livry is a historical fiction novel written by Emma Leslie and published in 1877. The story is set in the days of Calvin, during the 16th century in France. The main character, Pierre, is a young man who becomes a hermit after a series of tragic events in his life. He lives in seclusion in the forest of Livry, but his peaceful life is disrupted when he meets a group of Protestants who are being persecuted by the Catholic authorities. Pierre decides to help them, and his actions lead to a series of dangerous and thrilling events. The novel explores themes of faith, persecution, and redemption, and provides a vivid portrayal of life in 16th century France. The Hermit of Livry is a captivating and thought-provoking read for fans of historical fiction and those interested in the religious and political conflicts of the era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
